Now Hiring: Occupational Therapist â Per Diem (Hospice Care)
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
Unified Care Hospice Texas is seeking a compassionate skilled and mission-driven Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our interdisciplinary hospice team. This per diem role offers the opportunity to provide comfort-oriented care that preserves dignity and fosters independence for patients at the end of life.
If youre passionate about enhancing the quality of life through purposeful activity and supporting families through compassionate care wed love to hear from you.
Key ResponsibilitiesConduct functional evaluations to assess patient needs in activities of daily living (ADLs) safety and comfort.
Develop and implement personalized comfort-focused care plans (e.g. ADL adaptation energy conservation positioning cognitive training).
Educate caregivers on safe patient handling adaptive equipment and techniques that promote comfort and function.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including physicians nurses social workers and chaplains.
Adjust care strategies as conditions evolve prioritizing comfort over rehabilitation.
Accurately document evaluations and care in the EMR system.
Maintain compliance with HIPAA OSHA state and federal regulations.
Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (OTD or MOT).
Experience: Minimum of 2 years preferably in hospice palliative care or home health.
Licensure: Active Occupational Therapist license in the state of Texas.
Other Requirements: Must be a licensed driver in Texas with a reliable insured vehicle.
Deep compassion for the terminally ill and their families.
Excellent clinical judgment and interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of hospice philosophy and comfort-based therapy.
Ability to maintain professionalism while offering empathetic support.
Flexibility to work per diem hours based on patient and agency needs.
Proficiency with electronic medical records.
Why Unified Care Hospice Texas
We are a values-driven organization committed to honoring life with dignity and compassion. Join a supportive team that values your contribution and helps you grow personally and professionally.email:
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Make a Difference Every Visit Unified Care Hospice Texas is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and mission-driven Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our...
